Walwayne Court School
82%
Capacity
246
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Walwayne Court School
Walwayne Court School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 246 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 300 places).
Ofsted has rated Walwayne Court School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Turley, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12513th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 139th out of 159 in Wiltshire.
Walwayne Court School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 35 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
Walwayne Court School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (69 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Walwayne Court School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Tennis, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, Walwayne Court School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Brook Road, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 9DU |
| Headteacher | Sharon Turley |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 246 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 246 / 300 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12513th of 13,686
Nationally
1305th of 1,469
In South West
139th of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
40%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
69 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walwayne Court School
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Contact Information
Brook Road, Trowbridge
Wiltshire, BA14 9DU
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